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#5819 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary
Elementary School · Compton Unified
1450 West El Segundo Ave., Compton, CA 90222
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,819 of 9,539
In Compton
#25 of 34
public schools
In district
#23 of 33
Compton Unified
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary
Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary is a public elementary school in Compton, CA, part of Compton Unified. Ronald E.
Mcnair Elementary serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,819 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary runs 25.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
42% of students at Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary — Students at Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.
How Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary Compares
See how Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1450 West El Segundo Ave., Compton, CA 90222
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tibby Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Martin Luther King Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Anderson Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Compton, see our Compton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,467
Median Home Value
$552,000
Median Rent
$1,485/mo
Population
32,173
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
52.9%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
32.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary
What grades does Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary serve?
Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary?
Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary rank in CA?
Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary ranks #5,819 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary a charter school?
No, Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary?
93.8% of students at Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.3%
- Phone
- (310) 898-6330
Resources & Links
District
Compton Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,738
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,415
- District Rank
- #23 of 33
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